Puntra - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Puntra is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Surangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puntra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puntra is 495378. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.39 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Puntra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puntra
According to the 2011 Census, Puntra village had a total population of 293 people, including 136 males and 157 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,154 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.92%, with male literacy at 90.76% and female literacy at 70.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 185.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 293 | 136 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 83 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 108 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 28 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Puntra
Puntra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Puntra
Public transport in the Puntra is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Puntra is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puntra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puntra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Puntra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puntra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puntra
Where is Puntra located?
Puntra village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puntra?
The Gram Panchayat of Puntra is Surangi.
What is the pincode of Puntra?
The pincode of Puntra is 480111.
What is the population of Puntra?
Puntra had a total population of 293, including 136 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Puntra?
Puntra had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puntra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puntra was 79.92%. Male literacy was 90.76% and female literacy was 70.71%.